Abraham William Guilford

Abraham, William Guilford

From Chatham, ON.  The son of Mrs. R. H. Abraham of Victoria Ave., Chatham, ON. In March of 1944 Bill was at RCAF I.T.S. – Toronto, ON when he was home on a weeks furlough. CDN 14/03/44   Served eighteen month in Canada, then saw overseas duty. Promoted from AC2 to Sergeant. While serving overseas he […]

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Adams Robert Harry

Adams, Robert Harry

The CDN 30/ 11/43 reported that Robert then living at 404 Victoria Ave, Chatham, and had enlisted in the R.C.A.F. The CDN 1/07/44 reported that Robert had been on a weeks furlough before returning to RCAF- Toronto. The CDN 19/07/44 referred to AC2 Adam’s home on a week-end furlough. Was in R.C.A.F. from June to November 1944. Was discharged and went to […]

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Adams, Gordon “Bud”

The son of Mr. and Mrs. H. A. Adams, Victoria Ave., Chatham. Bud had been stationed at RCAF Prince Albert, SK, when he was granted leave to visit his parents. CDN 32/03/44    

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Adams, Jack

Stationed at Sea Island, BC. Jack along with his wife and two children Cecil and Frank of Pelee Island spent the week with Mr. and Mrs. James Adams. CDN 9/03/44  LOOKING FOR INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website

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Alexander, W.R.

The CDN 3/07/44 reported that LAC Alexander had been on a week-end furlough at the home of Mr. Jack Smith of Harwich Twsp. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.

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Allin, John Evan

Born in Chatham Twsp. The CDN 30 Jun. 1944 reported that John married Jean McClung of Cedar Springs, Kent Co., ON.  LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.

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Allin, L.E.

The DT 2/01/41 reported he was stationed at St.Thomas and he spent a Christmas leave with Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Clark of Dawn Valley, ON. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.

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Anderson, Edna Dorothy

The daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Anderson of Second St., Chatham. Previous Military Experience…None History After Enlistment… Served at mountain View, and later  transferred to Trenton. LAW Anderson was stationed at Washington, DC., when she was home on a weekend leave, she would return to Washington. CDN 18/09/44  Edna would later marry Clarence Edward Smith CDN […]

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Anderson, F.R.

Prior to his enlistment in the RCAF, he was Reverend pastor of the Dresden Presbyterian Church. The DT 26/08/43 reported that Lieut. Anderson was then stationed at RCAF Dunnville, along with his wife and daughter (Alberta), who were visiting in Dresden. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website

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Anions, Richard H.

Son of Mr. & Mrs. Montague Anions of Beechwood, Howard Twsp., later of Ridgetown, Kent Co., brother of Barbara. The CDN 9/08/44 that Richard ‘Dick’ H. Anions had been promoted to Pilot Officer. It was reported in the Ridgetown Dominion that P/O Anions was forced down in Labrador while on a bomber ferry flight to England.   Found […]

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Annan, Henry “Harry” McFadyen

The son of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Annan of Fourth St., Chatham, ON.  Henry enlisted in November 1942, trained at Toronto, Belleville, Brantford, Fingal and received his wings at Crumlin 25/02/1943 and was commissioned as a pilot officer.  CDN 22/06/44.  The WJ 18/01/43 reported that AC2 Annan was visiting his parents at their home on Fourth […]

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Annen Harry McFadyen

Annan, Harry McFadyen

Served thirteen and a half months overseas. Participated in six operational trips. Flew the Atlantic homeward. After VE day was with Goose Squadron., Bombardier of crew of Lancaster representing  Canada at U.S.A.A.F. Anniversary in Dayton Ohio, August, 5th, 1945. Discharged 29th, 1942.  

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Annett, Robert

Son of Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Annett of Cairo. Arrived in Bothwell from overseas duty 27 August, 1945.

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Archer, Edward Andrew “Pete”

Archer Edward A Pete

  Born in 1916 at Tilbury, On. the son of Mr. and Mrs. A. E. Archer of Carlyle Ave., Tilbury and brother of Peter. Edward was raised in  Tilbury where he attended both public and high school. Pete joined the Kent Regt. in May of 1940, Appears on the “Muster Roll” of the 2nd Bn., […]

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Arnold, H. Grace

Arnold, H. Grace

The daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Arnold of Harwich Twsp., Kent Co., ON. The CDN 13/09/43 reported that she and LAW Gloria Rogers of Ottawa were guests for a weekend leave at her parents home.   Grace was stationed at RCAF Rockcliffe in March of 1944 and was reported to be home on leave.  CDN 14/03/44 (Soc&P).  Previous […]

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Askin, Warren J.

AC1 Askin was part of the RCAF, Eastern Air Command Headquarters. Born in Tilbury East Twsp. 1918. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph E. and Sara Askin of Fort St., Tilbury, ON. Warren enlisted 27/04/1942 age 24 years. He trained at Galt Air Training school, Galt, ON. and at No.1 Wireless School, Queen Mary […]

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Atkinson John “Burt” Burton

Atkinson, John Burton

  According to the CDN 13/03/45, Burt enlisted early in the war. He appears on the “Muster Roll” of the 2nd Bn., Kent Regiment (MG), N.P.A.N. (date unknown). The father of Vickie (Brundritt of Rondeau). Bert was reported married, and his wife, Mae, was living at 29 Park Ave., in Chatham while Bert was in […]

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Atkinson, Ray Clarke

Ray enlisted in the RCAF. Born in 1916, on the Botany Road, Kent Co., ON.  The son of Mr. and Mrs. Willard Atkinson was on a two week furlough.  Brother of Leigh Kenneth and John Stewart.   Clarke married Maxine Margaret (nee Palmer) of London, ON. CWAC. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website. […]

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Avery, A.O.

Stationed at W.FS.F. Burch, ON. LOOKING FOR INFORMATION – Contact  GOH Website.

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Aylesworth, Ross K.

The son of Mrs. Edith Aylesworth of 85 Murray St., Chatham, ON. The CDN 25/07/44 reported that Ross spent a weekend with his mother in Chatham. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.

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Babcock Ross Reuben

Babcock, Ross

        Babcock, Winifred Lenora, Wife of Babcock Ross Reuben   Born in Newbury, ON. in 1916. The husband of Winnifred, father of Larry and Dennis. Ross enlisted 18/02/1943 with the 2nd Kent Regt serving for two years before transferring to the RCAF serving at No.1 Manning Depot, Toronto, ON. All of his […]

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Bailey Ronald Frederick

Bailey, Raymond Frederick

  Born in 1924 in Windsor, ON, the son of Mr. H.W. and Mrs. Finalda Bailey of 191 Wellington St. West, Chatham, ON. the brother of Lorne A111443.  The husband of Helen Margaret (nee Reardon).  Stationed at RCAF-Clinton had arrived home on a two week furlough to visit his parents. The CDN 10/04/43 reported that Ronald was returning to […]

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Baird, John W.

The husband of Jean. The father of Karen, Janet and John “Jack’. John passed away 27 July, 1990 – Buried at Maple Leaf Cemetery – Chatham, ON.  LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.

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Baker Joseph Gerald

Baker, Joseph Gerald

  Born in 1917 at Chatham, ON. Married in June to Catherine Elizabeth (nee Wagenar), they were living at 76 Prince St., Chatham. Served 5 1/2 years in Canada. Joseph enlisted in August of 1940 and served five and a half years in Canada.  Trained at Bombing and Gunnery School #10, at Fingal, ON. Cpl. […]

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Baker, G.J.

The CDN 15/06/43 reported that Cpl. Baker formerly on the office staff at RCAF- Fingal was on leave for a few day with his wife and daughter Diane Elizabeth. After a short visit he left for Mont Joli after which he was scheduled to go to Prince Edward Island. The CDN 28/10/43 reported that Sgt. Baker had left for […]

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Baker, Muriel

The daughter of Frank Baker of Queen St., Wallaceburg, ON. The WN 13/08/42 reported that AW2 Baker was stationed at RCAF-Dunnville when she was home for a visit with her family. The WN 10/02/44 reported that LAW Baker, stationed at RCAF Dunnville, was on a weekend leave visiting her father. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website. […]

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Ball, Clarence “Archie” Archibald

From Fletcher, ON. enlisted with the RCAF 14 November, 1942. The CDN 3/09/1941 married Flossie Verna (nee Kirby).  Archie was stationed at the Toronto Manning Pool to begin his RCAF training.  He was on a weekend leave in Chatham.  The CDN 23/03/43 (Merlin) reported that Archie left last week for Lachine, PQ. to commence his duties in the […]

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Ball, Walter Grice

Ball, Walter G

  Served in Canada over four years. Promoted to the rank of L.A.C. (P) C-K Museum. In June of 1942 Walter was stationed at RCAF – Trenton when he was given a week’s leave to visit his home at 41 Lorne Ave., Chatham, CDN 26/06/42 Private Walter G. Ball trained with the Machine Gun Section […]

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Banfield Donald ‘Don’ Francis

Banfield, Francis Donald

  Don was born in Winnipeg. He was the son of F. M. and Flora (nee Horstead) CDN 14/10/1920 of Grand Ave. East. Don enlisted in the RCAF at an early age as a AC2. He worked on communications as a wireless Engineer Mechanic while serving in Newfoundland and Labrador, which counted as “overseas service” at the time. […]

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Banner William James

Born 17/02/1920 in Chatham, ON.  1666 Heavy Conversion Unit, RCAF. Born 17/02/1920 in Chatham, ON. Son of William Henry Banner, and of Grace Banner, of 104 Simcoe St. North, Oshawa, Ontario, Canada, formerly of Chatham, ON. Enlisted 26 August, 1941 in Toronto, ON. The CDN 17/03/45 reported that James had been promoted from WO2 to […]

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Barker, Walter

TH27/04/44: Ranked Sgm, RCAF “Stationed at Wainwright Alta., is spending two week’s furlough with his mother, Mrs. B. Lawrence.”  LOOKING FOR INFORMATION.

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Barlow Murray S. Blake

Barlow Murray S. Blake

Born 10 December 1925 the son of Dr. Harry Summers and Mrs. Alice M. (nee Smith) Barlow in Merlin, ON.  Of 142 Victoria Ave., Chatham, ON., Brother of Douglas S.(serving in an Armoured unit – Tanks) Robert Blake and William K. Blake attended the Merlin Public School, when his parents moved to Chatham where he attended Central […]

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Barlow Robert Blake

Barlow Robert Blake 4

Served with 2nd Kent Regiment One year. Born in 1925 at Chatham, ON. The son of Dr. Harry S. and Alice Barlow of 124 Victoria Ave., Chatham. Robert attested to the RCAF in Chatham, ON. 11/12/1940 at the age of 18 years. 6’1/2”, Complexion: Light Eyes: Blue Hair: Dark Brown. Trade: Air crew in training. “Standard’. […]

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Barron John Robert

The CDN 30/ 11/43 reported that John Robert, then living at 188 Grand Ave. West, Chatham, had enlisted in the RCAF. Served in Canada from November 27th 1943 to February 1945. Discharged February 5th, 1945. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.      

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Barry, Rita M.

The CDN 27/02/43 had left for RCAF Rockcliffe to take up her duties in the developing and printing of films and the scientific study of filters, lenses and aerial photography.  After serving for the past two years, she returned to Chatham to reside with her parents Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Barry living on Emma St. LOOKING […]

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Bartram, Roy

Of Joseph St., Chatham, ON. was reported leaving to take up duties with the RCAF in Toronto. CDN 29/03/44. The CDN 10/04/44 reported that Roy was spending the Easter weekend with friends in Chatham. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.

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Batch Alfred Robert

Batch, Alfred Robert

The son of Mr. and Mrs. A. Batch of 17 Elizabeth St., Chatham, ON. He attended Chatham Vocational School finishing his schooling a “short time before enlisting. Trained in Canada 18 months. Went overseas and served in England two years and seven months. An aerial mechanic he enlisted in 1941, age 20 years last June. […]

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Bathurst John “Jack” E.

Bathurst, John E

Son of Mr. and Mrs. William Bathurst of Queen St., Chatham. Served three years. The CDN 30/03/43 reported L/Cpl. Bathurst had returned from a weekend with his parents from Listowel. Was reported to have graduated from No. One Bombing & Gunnery School at Mountainview, ON. and was home on leave. CDN 27/01/45. Discharged November 1945. LOOKING FOR […]

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Batten Norman Melvin

Batten, Norman Melvin

  The son of William and Irene Batten, of 107 Arnold St., North brother of Douglas ‘Elroy’; Norman was born in 1919, location unknown. The husband of Gloria (2007), father of Bill, Jonathan, Doug and Shirley (1959). Norman and Gloria were married in the rectory of Christ Church, Chatham. CDN11/09/44(P) Served 16 months in Canada. Went to Labrador in May […]

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Baulcombe, Douglas A.

The WN 22/10/42 reported he was visiting his mother.  LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.  

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Bebensee, Douglas Glenn

Douglas Glenn Bebensee 1

  T son of Mrs. H. Bebensee of Bothwell, Kent Co., ON.  On Thursday 13 June, 1940, a large number of friends and neighbours of Douglas’s gathered in the Zone township hall to honour him before he departed to join the RCAF. Mrs. Fred Maynard presided over the evening program which included readings, solos, and […]

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Bebensee, Lyle

Lyle was reported on leave from training in Galt, ON., when he spent a weekend visiting his mother in Zone Centre. In May of 1944 Lyle was stationed at RCAF-Centralia when he was home on a fourteen day leave. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.

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Bechard, Frances Eugine

Born in Raleigh Twsp, Kent Co., ON. The son of Joseph and Margaret (nee Kelly) Bechard, the brother of Edward. The husband of Francis Margaret (nee O’Rourke) 31/03/51, and the father of Richard Joseph, Susan and Michael Patrick. He served overseas with the RCAF for three years. Reported returning from overseas CDN14/08/45. Frances passed away 9 Sept. […]

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Beck, Ethel

Previous Military Experience: none Ethel served with the RCAF(WD) during WWII. Ethel appeared in a RCAF recruitment photo in the CDN (date unknown) along with Lola Clark, Elizabeth ‘Bessie’ (nee Taylor) Dagneau and June Marshall. History After Enlistment: Served at Rockcliffe Ethel passed away Thursday, 14 August, 2014, 92 years old at the “Village on […]

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Beckett, Harry

The son of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Beckett of Selkirk Street, Chatham. The CDN 6/09/44 reported that Sqd. Ldr. Beckett was home on furlough from overseas. Mrs. Beckett spent the weekend in Chatham. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.  

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Bedard Francis Eugene P.

Bedard Francis

LAC. R89340, RCAF. Son of Joseph and Margaret Bedard of 25 Jeffery St., Chatham, ON. The brother of Edward. The husband of Francis Margaret and the father of Richard Joseph and Michael Patrick. In May of 1942, Francis was reported on furlough to see his parents. CDN 27/05/42. Trained in Canada until December 13th 1942. […]

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Begg, John ‘Jack’ Arthur

Begg John Jack Arthur

  Jack enlisted with the RCAF in 1940 at Kincardine, ON., at the age of 24. At the time of his enlistment, he was living at R. R. #1 Tiverton. He trained at C-Flight School in Belleville in 1941, Bomber & Gunnery School, and Defoe SK before going overseas where he completed his navigator Training […]

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Behedirt, W.G.

Stationed at No.7 E.F.T.S., Windsor, ON.  LOOKING FOR INFORMATION – Contact  GOH Website.

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Bell, Walter G.

A letter from Walter appeared in the Wallaceburg News 11/12/42 in the “From Boys Overseas” column as follows:                                                                                                             Nov. 2, 1942     Dear Sir:     I am writing this letter to express my kind regards to you for the papers I have received. It is nice to be able to read about what goes on in our town. […]

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Bellinger George A.

Bellinger, George A

The son of Albert Bellinger of Collingwood, ON.  The brother of Edith. The husband of Dorothy (nee Smith). The father of Gerald and Stephen. Prior to his enlistment he managed the Record Credit and Collection Co. in Chatham.    Trained at Toronto  Camp Borden , I. T. C. Toronto, Crumlin, London and Halifax, Went overseas early in […]

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Benedict, J.C.

Reported on active service overseas. WN 23/03/44. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.

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Benedict, John E.

Reported to have lived off the 4th Concession of Chatham Grove. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. William Benedict. The WN 12/08/43  was home on leave from RCAF-Centralia on a leave. While training at various RCAF training facilities he occasionally got home to visit with his parents and at times other Benedict boys home on leave, as […]

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Benedict, Winfred

The son of Mr. and Mrs. William Benedict of Whitebread. A graduate of the Wallaceburg High School. The WN 16/04/42 reported that Winfred had completed his training at RCAF-Trenton and was on leave before his next posting. The Wallaceburg News of 23/04/42 reported that Winfred was on a weekend leave to visit his parents. The WN 5/02/42 reported that he […]

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Bennett, Clifton

The son of Mr. and Mrs. Clifford Bennett of the Village of Charlemont. While he was in training, he was granted some time to go home and visit his family.  During his visit to Charlemont, Clifton suffered a badly damaged toe when a stove was dropped on it. He was under medical care for most […]

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Berry, Ray G.

The Merlin Standard 6/06/44 reported that Ray left to serve in the RCAF. He was present at the RCAF-Manning Pool – Toronto. It was reported in the Merlin Standard (date other than 1944 unknown). It had been reported that he had transferred to Assiniboia SK from the Toronto Manning Depot.  LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE […]

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Berry, Rita M.

BERRY, Rita M. AW1. W308689 RCAF. Honourably discharged in January 1945 after two years sevice. CDN 7/05/45.

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Best Elmer Ray

Best, Elmer Ray

In Machine Gun Section of First Kents previous to war. Served in Canada three years at Mont Joli, Quebec, and Centralia. The CDN 1/04/44 reported that LAC Best had returned to RCAF Mont Joli, PQ. after spending a furlough at his home on William St., Chatham. Discharged June 21st, 1946. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact […]

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Betts Harold C.

Betts, Harold C

Three and one half years in Army in World War 1916-1919. The CDN 2/02/24 reported that Harold was on a weekend furlough at his home in Chatham. Served in Canada two years. Was promoted from Sergeant to Flight Sergeant. Discharged December 1944.

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Biddell J. F.

Served as a Navigator Bomb Aimer ( Navy. B.) in Canada and Newfoundland for four years and six months. The CDN 19/10/43 reported the Cpl. Biddell was flying from Newfoundland to visit his parents Mr. and Mrs. C. A.  Bailey of Windsor, his sister Shirley and his grand parents Mr. and Mrs. E. W. Lundy..      Discharged July 21st […]

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Biddell, Ted

Sgt. Biddell was reported spending his furlough at his grandparents Mr. and Mrs. Lundy of Barth St., Chatham, ON. CDN 21/12/44.

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Bishop, Gordon Eugene

Bishop, Gordon Eugene

  Gordon was educated in Highgate and attended high school in Ridgetown. Upon completion of high school Gordon went on to the University of Toronto where he studied aeronautical engineering. He was athletic. He was also involved in many university activities including public speaking and theater. F/O Bishop enlisted in August of 1941 in Vancouver, […]

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Bisner, Miria Anna

Bisner, Miria Anna

  Born in Rushton’s Corners, Kent Co., ON.   After graduating from High School Anna was interested in finding a good job. As it happened a RCAF recruiting team came to Chatham and she signed but at her medical a bad appendix was discovered and after it was taken out her enlistment date was 13/08/43 in London, […]

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Black Donald

Black, Donald

  In July of 1942, Donald was stationed at RCAF Manning Pool in Toronto. At this time, he was given a couple of weeks leave. He and his wife, as well as their their two children, Donald Jr. and Ann, were guests of Mrs. J. A. Black of Adelaide St., Chatham CDN 3/07/42  Don was […]

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Blackall William David

Stationed in Canada till July 1st 1944, at St. Thomas, Fingal, Brantford, Ottawa, Lachine, Belleville, Dafoe, Saskatchewan, Protage La Prarie, Manitoba, Three Rivers, Quebec. Went overseas and served in England. Promoted to Flight Sergeant. Discharged September 1945.

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Blackmore Carlton Charles

Blackmore, Carlton C

The son of Mr. and Mrs. C. A. Blackmore of 259 Colbourne St., Chatham, ON. A graduate of the Chatham Collegiate Institute, and for a while before enlisting, he was the Sports Editor for the Chatham Daily News. He was also on the staff of the Chrysler Corporation in Chatham. Carlton appears on the “Muster Roll” […]

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Blackmore Kenneth H.

The son of Mr. and Mrs. C. A. Blackmore of Colborne St., Chatham, ON. The CDN 5/06/43 was reported on a ten day furlough with his parents.   Served in Canada. Promoted from AC2 to Sergeant then to Pilot Officer and later to Flying Officer. Stationed at Manning Depot, Lachine Quebec., Quebec City, Cap Le Madelein, Moncton, N. […]

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Blair R. Nelson

A popular teacher at the Chatham Collegiate Institute a language teacher of French and Spanish. It was announced that Nelson would leave C.C.I. on 23/10/42.        LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.   

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Blight, Leslie Edwin

Blight, Leslie Edwin

  Born 27 July, 1918 in Ridgetown, ON. The son of Alfred Samuel Blight and Alice Marion (nee Paterson) Blight of Jarvis, Ontario, Canada. Leslie had an older brother an three much older half-siblings. Leslie attended the University of Toronto and obtained a degree in pharmacy, and then worked as a chemist. At the time of his enlistment with the RCAF (2 […]

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Bodkin, William Fred

bodkin,fred

Son of Claude and Wilsena Bodkin. Husband of Mary Agnes Bodkin (nee Green) of Welland, Ontario, Canada. They were married the 18th of April, 1941. William was reported to be from Chatham, ON. CDN 4/09/41 Bodkin received his wings 28 March, 1941 at Dunnville was reported missing following air operations 28 August 1941. Toronto Star 9 Sept. 1941.     […]

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Bolt, Paul G.

LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website. The WN 23/03/44 reported that Paul was on active service.    

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Bonner, Joseph Frankland

Appears on the “Muster Roll” of the 2nd Bn., Kent Regiment (MG), N.P.A.N. (date unknown). He was later transferred to the RCAF R161098. (DFC) F/O. J27231. RCAF. The husband of Lilla Elizabeth (nee Harding). They had three children; David, Janet (Adrian) and Paul. Reported arriving at Halifax NS. 29/09/45.

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Booth, Gordon Birchell

Booth, Gordon Birchell

  Born 22/10/1912 in  Eaton, Weld Co., Colorado, USA. The son of Bert F. and Jemina (Jane) (nee Doan) Booth of Wallaceburg, the brother of Captain M. L. Booth Royal Canadian Army Medical Corps, Lieut. B. F. Booth RCN,   He had three sisters named Hazel (Starks), Midred (Dean) and Gertrude (Loudon). Gordon attended the Central School in Wallaceburg […]

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Boughner John Gordon

Trained at Manning Pool, Jarvis, Brantford and graduated at Crumlin. Served at Mountain View as Bombardier instructor  where he was promoted to Flying officer. Went overseas in March 1944, and spent eight months in England. His wife and sons lived at 261, Grand Avenue East Chatham,ON. CDN 22/07/42 John was reported on leave from RCAF-Mountain […]

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Boulton, Edward “Ted” James

Sgt. (WAG). RCAF. The son of Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Boulton. He had been stationed at No.9 A.O.S. (Air Operations School) St. John’s PQ. since September, after he graduated at Paulson, MB. in August 1944 where he was on instructional duty. The WN 15/03/45 reported that Edward had been returned to St. John’s for treatment for a […]

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Boulton, John K.

Of 327 Camp St., Wallaceburg, ON. He trained at No.7 A.O.S. Portage La Prairie, MB. Reported sailing on troopship “Pasteur” for Halifax expected to arrive 5 September, 1945. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.    

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Bourdeau, Paul J.

Born in 1921 at Tilbury, ON. The son of Alfred “Fred” and Irene Bourdeau of Tilbury, ON. Paul reported to No.1 Initial Training School in Toronto of July of 1942 after leaving his position at the Provincial Bank in Tilbury. TT 16/07/42. Paul was reported home on two weeks leave from the Toronto Manning Pool. TT […]

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Bowars, W.F.

Reported stationed at No.1 C.N.S. Rivers MB. LOOKING FOR INFORMATION – Contact  GOH Website.

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Bowen, M.I.

Was reported serving at E.A.C. Headquarters, Halifax, NS. LOOKING FOR INFORMATION – Contact  GOH Website.

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Bowers Charles “Bus” William

Bowers Charles “Bus” William

  The son of Mr. and Mrs. C. R. Bowers of 206 Thames St., Chatham, ON.  Known as “Bus”. Prior to his enlistment he was a member of the Kiltie Band. The CDN 2/12/43 (P) reported that LAC Bowers of the Air Force Band at McLeod AB. had been advanced to the rank of Corporal. The CDN 10/06/44 reported that Cpl. Bowers […]

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Bowers, David M.

The son of Mrs. R. Bowers of Dresden. In January of 1944 David was training at Arnprior when he was home on a week-end leave. CDN 4/01/44 The DN 28/11/45 reported that LAC Bowers and his wife were visiting his mother after he had been honorably discharged from the RCAM after four years of service. LOOKING FOR […]

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Bowers, W.P.

The Wallacebrug News reported LAC Bowers in training at No. 5 S.F.T.S. Brantford, ON.   LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.

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Bowers, William Frederick

P/O. RCAF. Son of Mrs. Bowers and the late Harry Bowers of Wallaceburg, ON. The brother of L/Cpl. Floyd Meritt (KIA 19/12/43). William was born in Wallaceburg and attended the D. A. Gordon public school. He also attended Wallaceburg High School and the Chatham Business College. He was a member of the Dresden championship junior baseball […]

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Bowyer, Elmer C.

Bowyer Elmer C.

The youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. Marcus Bowyer of Northwood, ON.  Elmer was educated at Northwood school and received his diploma from the Chatham Vocational School and he was employed by the International Harvester Co. in Chatham prior to his enlistment. Elmer enlisted in January of 1942 at London, ON at the age of 20 […]

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Boyce, Norman George Wood

Boyce, Norman George Wood

  In August 1940 Norman enlisted with the RCAF in Windsor, ON., completing his bomber training in June of 1941. Norman trained at Brandon, MN., Vancouver, BC., Regina, SK. Ft. William, ON. and Rivers MN, Mess Banks. before going overseas in October of 1941. Flt/Sgt. Boyce left for overseas duty in October of that year arriving […]

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Boyes James E.

Boyes James E.

  Enlisted as a pilot Officer and was on the Administrative Staff at T.T.S.St. Thomas. Went overseas and served in the Administrative branch in England for nearly two years. Was promoted to Squadron Leader. Discharged August 1st, 1945.

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Boyes, Bonnie Louise

Boyes, Bonnie Louise

  The daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Roy Boyes of Water St., Chatham, ON. Bonnie was reported departing Chatham to take up her duties in the RCAF, she left Chatham with AW2 Betty Garner. CDN 1/10/42. Previous Military Experience: None The CDN 16/09/43 then stationed at RCAF (WD) at Victoria, BC. had arrived in Chatham on a […]

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Bradley, David

The son of Bruce and Marjory (nee Sigler) Bradley of Jeanette’s Creek. The brother of Lieut. Robert Bradley who was with the Kent Regt. (Active). David was reported leaving for Manitoba to take up his duties. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.

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Bradley, Roy Harris

Bradley, Roy Harris

  Born 7/11/1917 at Jeannettes Creek, Kent Co., ON. T son of Ernest Garfield Bradley and Charlotte Josephine (Sterling) Bradley of Jeannette’s Creek, Ontario. He had one sister named Betty (Jenner). Roy attended school at Jeanette’s Creek Public School and graduated from Tilbury High School. In order to further his education, Roy went to the […]

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Breault, Basil L.

The CDN 10/12/45 reported that he returned to Canada aboard the S. S. Mauretania. Next of Kin: Carnahan F. E. – Tilbury.  Arrived aboard the S.S. Mauritania from overseas docked at Halifax NS. 1 January, 1946. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.

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Brennan Cyril Lawrence

Brennan, Cyril Lawrence

  The son of Mr. and Mrs. J. L. Brennan of 81 Patteson Ave., Chatham, ON. Sgt. Cyril married Marguerite Isabel Croucher at Blessed Sacrament RC Church, Chatham. At the time of his marriage, he was stationed at RCAF St. Thomas. CDN 13/04/42. The CDN 28/12/43 reported that Cpl. Brennan was stationed at Souris, MB. He spent his […]

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Brennan Harold J.

Brennan, Harold J

  Served with the 24th Kent Regiment for Seven Years. Served over three years, in Canada. Promoted to the rank of Sergeant. Harold was reported home for the Christmas holidays in the CDN 31/12/42 along with his brothers Francis and Charles, brother LAC Robert was overseas with the RAF. The CDN 27/12/44 reported that Harold […]

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Brennan, Robert Anthony

Brennan, Robert Anthony

  The son of Mr. J.J. and Helen Brennan of Patterson Ave. in Chatham, ON. LAC Brennan was reported home on a two weeks furlough to spend time with his family and friends. CDN 24/03/42 He served in Canada for two months. It was reported that LAC Brennan had arrived safely in England to begin his […]

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